Is the Chevy Silverado 1500 4 wheel drive?
That’s not ideal, but since my job requires a full-sized truck it is pretty good compared to the fuel mileage of most models with V-8 engines, especially four wheel drive ones. There is no one magic bullet that will get you better fuel mileage on a Chevy Silverado 1500 or any other brand.
How to increase gas mileage on a Chevy Silverado 1500?
One thing that noticeably boosted the fuel mileage of my Chevy Silverado 1500 was switching to synthetic oil and gear lube. Synthetic gear lubes and engine oils reduce the amount of drag inside your engine and rear axle. In addition, you can go longer between oil change intervals.
What kind of engine does Chevy 1500 have?
I own a 2008 four-wheel drive, full-size Chevy 1500 truck (gas model), crew cab with a 5.3-liter engine that I use for my job. For my around town vehicle my wife and I use our Toyota Prius but it won’t carry equipment or handle muddy roads like my full-sized Chevy.
How big is the spark plug on a Chevy Silverado?
Chevy Silverado Year Engine Spark Plug Gap 1999 – 2006 Vortec 4300 (4.3 L) V6 0.060 inches Vortec 4800 (4.8 L) V8 0.040 inches Vortec 5300 (5.3 L) V8 0.040 inches Vortec 6000 (6.0 L) V8 0.040 inches
How does the Chevy Silverado affect gas mileage?
One thing that decreases fuel mileage on a full-sized Chevy Silverado truck by about one mile per gallon is using the AC. While you might have to use it in hot climates there is no good reason to have the AC switch (which looks like a snowflake on the display), on year round.
What kind of tires do you use on a 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500?
The previous owner of my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 had done some things to hurt the fuel mileage like putting on oversize off-road tires and rims. I replaced these with stock tires and all season BF Goodrich tires. Unless you really need them for off use, don’t use large mud grip tires.
What’s the idle speed on a Chevy Silverado?
Although mine is a lot different than yours, I can tell you it will idle down to about 500 RPM when warm. However, if it’s been acting sluggish, you may need that checked out (or just spend more money on more HP ). Put in some better fuel (Shell or Mobil premium) and just DRIVE it. Very little extra cost to you and it cleans as you drive.
What should the RPM be on a Chevy Silverado?
Farside, we have the same trucks (roughly). At cold start, mine jumps to 1400-1500. It quickly drops down to 1,000. After it warms up, it is consistent at 500-600. So I think yours is pretty normal. If it is sluggish, I agree with using a Top Tier fuel, and a can of Sea Foam or Amsoil Performance Plus in the next tank.
Do you have to follow the drive cycle on a Chevy Silverado?
Following the Chevy Silverado drive cycle above should allow all emission monitors to complete. The drive cycle must be followed accurately. Once again, take extra caution when performing the drive cycle on public roadways and perform the drive cycle at your own risk. Drive your truck safely and obey all traffic laws.
How to run a secondary air monitor on a Chevy Silverado?
1. Idle vehicle 5 minutes (achieve closed loop) 2. Accelerate and drive for 1 min at steady speed above 50 mph 3. Slow vehicle down to 20 mph. Do not use brake clutch, or shift gears. 4. Repeat steps two and three 5 times.